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ignoratio elenchi

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A quick definition of ignoratio elenchi:

Term: IGNORATIO ELENCHI

Definition: Ignoratio elenchi is a mistake in reasoning where someone misunderstands their opponent's argument and presents an argument that doesn't address the opponent's point. This often happens when someone tries to prove something that is not relevant to the issue being discussed.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Ignoratio elenchi is a Latin term that means "ignorance of the conclusion to be proved." It refers to a logical fallacy where an argument fails to address the opponent's point or overlooks their counterargument. This fallacy often involves an advocate trying to prove something that is irrelevant to the point being discussed.

  • During a debate about gun control, one person argues that they have the right to bear arms because it's in the Constitution. However, the opponent's argument was about the need for stricter background checks, which the first person did not address. This is an example of ignoratio elenchi.
  • In a court case, the defense argues that the defendant is a good person who volunteers at a homeless shelter. However, the prosecution's argument was about the defendant's involvement in a specific crime, which the defense did not address. This is another example of ignoratio elenchi.

Both examples illustrate how an argument can miss the point entirely, failing to address the opponent's argument or counterargument. This fallacy can be frustrating for both parties involved, as it can lead to a lack of progress in the discussion or debate.

ignorantia juris non excusat | ignore

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im distracting myself by schizo-scrolling r/lawschoolamissions and every conceivable data point on this godforsaken website
it is not working
Haaa I naturally want to do that too. I’m trying to stop. They need a surgeon general’s warning on this site for perspective law students
i spend more time on here then anything else trying to rationalize that the waves from last year will match waves for this year (they won't) and that the stats of people with the same stats are indicative of my own (they aren't)
There aren't many people in my stat range so I pretty much know every result in my range after being on here for a few years
9:28
congrats on the 172 bruce
go dawgs fr
9:29
roll tide
do we foresee a fordham election day wave today (i'm delusional)
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:31
I think so, Jack
9:31
some people hate him. some people love him, but he a real one: https://youtu.be/w5oEqiVQcF4?t=173
9:32
[kevin oleary]
worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
worthless i trust you implicitly you know what it will happen now.
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:34
I mean if Fordham doesn't release today I will purposefully get on a train, go to new york, and then take the stinkiest shit inside the admission office's toilet (potentially clogging it and forcing them to get a plumber)
IS IT ONLY ON MY END WHY DID THAT SEND TEN MILLION TIMES
HELLO
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:35
it sent a million times lol
WHAT HAPPENED
yeah i thought you were tweaking for a second
i'm so sorry everyone what the actual fuck this website hates me
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:35
Jack's just tweaking on LSD no biggie
to be fair this accurately represents my mental state
election day psychosis coming in hot (fordham)
usc pls pull through .....
i literally just need one A so i can relax before my ED decision
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:38
oh that's right USC might release
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